Cologne District

Hellenthal

View of the Oleftalsperre Reservoir

North Rhine-Westphalia

Cologne District

Euskirchen

Hellenthal

View of the Oleftalsperre Reservoir

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View of the Oleftalsperre Reservoir

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Location: Hellenthal, Euskirchen, Cologne District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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September 3, 2025

Hiking

The Oleftal Dam looks very beautiful. The dam wall is particularly impressive, and the view of the lake is breathtaking. If you're lucky, you might see eagles flying over the reservoir from the birdwatching tower.

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Mike

February 26, 2026

Gravel riding

Beautiful long view over the reservoir.

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Location: Hellenthal, Euskirchen, Cologne District, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

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